John Deere introduces Tier 3 marine engine lineup
American company John Deere Power Systems (JDPS) has announced that it meets US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Marine Tier 3 emissions regulations.
Equally suitable for re-engining or new build projects its new PowerTech 9.0L and 13.5L Tier 3 propulsion and generator-drive engines join the previously announced 4.5L and 6.8L Tier 3 models in the JDPS lineup.
“John Deere Tier 3 marine engines offer customers hassle-free replacement options,” said Carl Micu, manager of North American engine sales for JDPS.”
He added: “Our larger Tier 2 marine engines were developed with Tier 3 emissions regulations in mind, allowing us to transition to Tier 3 without significant hardware changes.”
“These engines will provide customers with a similar package and performance while meeting the more stringent regulations.”
John Deere Tier 3 marine engines also meet current European Union emissions requirements (EU RCD) for propulsion engines used on recreational crafts and inland waterway vessels (EU IWV Stage III A).
They also meet current limits established by International Maritime Organization (IMO) MARPOL Annex VI (IMO Stage II).
The PowerTech 6090AFM85, PowerTech 6090SFM85, PowerTech 6135AFM85 and PowerTech 6135SFM85 propulsion and generator-drive engines aim to offer customers hassle-free replacement options.
Four different propulsion ratings are available for the 6135AFM85 engine from 272 to 429kW.
The 6135SFM85 model is available in five different propulsion ratings, ideal for high-horsepower applications such as patrol craft, launches, workboats, fishing boats, trawler yachts and sportfishing boats
Mr Micu concluded: “In addition to emissions compliance, our complete Tier 3 marine engine lineup offers the power, reliable performance, long life, fuel efficiency, quiet operation, ease of maintenance and simplified integration that customers have come to expect from John Deere.”
By Alice Mason
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